Real Madrid face Tchouaméni and captaincy talking points
Real Madrid are set to receive about $2.6m from FIFA for player participation at the 2026 World Cup, the 9th-highest payout and behind Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.
Real Madrid are wary of Fulham’s loan bid for Franco Mastantuono with an option to buy, despite interest from Álvaro Arbeloa’s Fulham, River Plate and Como, as they want to retain control.
Real Madrid unveiled a dark green 2026-27 away kit, echoing the 2012-13 Mourinho era. Fans may first see it in August friendlies against Fiorentina and Deportivo La Coruña.
Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé and Marc Cucurella have been named in FIFA’s official 2026 World Cup Team of the Tournament after standout displays.
Manchester United have made fresh contact over Aurélien Tchouaméni, despite reports he has agreed a new Real Madrid deal until 2031 and Madrid have not opened the door to an exit.
Former Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro has joined Inter Miami on a free transfer after leaving Manchester United, signing through the end of the 2027 MLS season.
Federico Valverde has returned for pre-season, embraced life as Real Madrid’s new first captain and said he is eager to learn from José Mourinho in a title-focused new era.
Kylian Mbappé is said to have helped sway Michael Olise towards Real Madrid. The Bayern winger, who made 7 World Cup assists, reportedly wants the move.
Reports say Rodri is pushing for a move to Real Madrid after Spain’s World Cup win, though any deal could be affected by surgery on a back injury.
Real Madrid have received offers from Spain, Germany and Italy for Fran Gonzalez, with the club favouring a loan or 50% sale so the goalkeeper can secure first-team minutes.
Fulham are in talks to sign Gonzalo García from Real Madrid, with Álvaro Arbeloa involved. Mourinho rates the striker but cannot guarantee him regular starts.
Eduardo Camavinga wants to stay at Real Madrid and use pre-season to convince José Mourinho, despite Manchester United exploring a move for the France midfielder.
Real Madrid-linked Ousmane Diomande is close to joining Nottingham Forest from Sporting in a deal worth about €40m, despite interest from Arsenal and Manchester United.
Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé and Marc Cucurella have seen their market values rise after strong World Cup displays, with all 3 also named in FIFA’s Best XI.
Vinicius Jr revealed a ‘chin harmonisation’ procedure on Instagram, prompting mixed reactions as the piece compares his cosmetic change with other footballers’ transformations.
Raúl Asencio wants to stay and fight for his place at Real Madrid, but reports claim José Mourinho has told the defender he is not in his plans.
